Gracen Allison
Cheraw,South Carolina
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excels at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
McLeod Health Cheraw
Cheraw, South Carolina
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
ER Technician
McLeod Health Cheraw
Cheraw, South Carolina
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during transport of patients from one area to another.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas
- Provided emotional support for family members throughout difficult situations associated with illness or injury.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional competency.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
Medical Surgical Technician-NICU
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence, South Carolina
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient safety outcomes.
- Performed vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, height and weight measurements.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeastern Technical College
Cheraw, SC05-2024
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Vital sign monitoring
- IV therapy
- Treatment plan development
- Emotional support
- Emergency care
- Epic use
- SBAR communication
- Patient evaluation
Certification
- BLS: Issued 8/10/2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
McLeod Health Cheraw
07.2024 - Current
ER Technician
McLeod Health Cheraw
10.2022 - 07.2024
Medical Surgical Technician-NICU
McLeod Regional Medical Center
03.2020 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeastern Technical College
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